Commerce and Computer Science - B2008
Big data is a new frontier in the commercial world, as organisations look for people with the ability to extract data from complex systems and analyse it to affect real change. Combining Commerce and Computer Science gives you the skills to harness big data and commercialise digital innovations or intellectual property.
This course leads to two separate degrees:
- Bachelor of Commerce,
and depending upon your specialisation,
- Bachelor of Computer Science, or
- Bachelor of Computer Science in Data Science.
You will gain all the benefits of each degree course and be fully equipped to pursue a career in either field separately or combine the two in your chosen work.
You have the opportunity to explore areas of interest or develop new ones; or combine your majors to develop key skills.
- Use your mathematical talents in Computer Programming and Actuarial Studies or Econometrics to develop new algorithms.
- Study Finance or Management Studies and pursue general management or business development roles in IT companies and across the IT sector.
- Pair Accounting or Marketing with Computer Science, to develop new technical products or software designed specifically for accountants and marketers.
You will have a wide variety of career opportunities. Regardless of your computer science specialisation or the major you choose, you will develop the technical skills required to work across the computer science and IT sectors and the commerce skills to pursue roles in project management, systems management or data analytics.
At a glance
Subject prerequisites
English | Maths | Sciences / Other |
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Course Details
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Start date |
First Semester (February), Second Semester (July) |
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
There are many ways to be considered for entry to a Monash University degree depending on your educational background and history. The below options reflect the academic requirements for the different applicant categories (or the highest level of education previously completed) to be considered for this Monash course. All applicants must satisfy equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent tertiary units including the English language requirements.
Qualifications
Equivalent Australian Year 12
Completing Year 12 in the Current Year or within the Last 2 Years
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education
Started or Completed a TAFE Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma
Applicants with VET Study
Started or Completed a Bachelor Degree
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Finished Year 12 More than 3 Years Ago with No Further Study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Alternative qualifications and prerequisites
For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course based on your prior studies, use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Applicants are strongly advised to complete the VTAC Personal Statement. This ensures all relevant information is considered in the selection process
Double degree courses allow you to study towards two different degrees at the same time, and graduate with two separate qualifications. And because a required subject in one course can count as an elective in the other, our double degrees take two years less than if you studied for the two degrees separately.
The Bachelor of Commerce is a comprehensive course, structured in three equal parts. In the double degree course you complete:
A. Commerce specified study
This will provide you with a broad foundation for your study of commerce and expose you to several commerce disciplines. This will contribute breadth to your knowledge of commerce and address the graduate course outcomes. It will also give you the opportunity to learn more about each discipline before finalising your choice of major.
B. Commerce listed major
This will provide you with a focused program of study that will develop your expertise in one discipline area. You will develop, apply and communicate an advanced level of understanding of the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of your major area of study.
The Bachelor of Computer Science is a specialist course that develops through the themes of Computer science foundation study, professional skills study, specialist discipline knowledge, problem solving and analytic skills study, and professional skills study which come together in applied practice.
A. Computer science foundation study
This study will develop your understanding of the role and theoretical basis of computer science and computational methods.
B. Professional skills study
This study develops professional skills by providing an understanding and appreciation of the ethical and professional guidelines applicable to computer science; developing the ability to work as an effective team member; developing the ability to communicate proficiently and appropriately for professional practice; and developing formal project management skills.
C. Specialist discipline knowledge
This study will develop your in-depth knowledge of the specific computer science methods of your specialised field within computer science.
D. Problem solving and analytical skills study
This study will develop your ability to apply appropriate methodologies in computer science and develop efficient computational solutions. It develops strong problem solving skills and the ability to apply analytical thinking.
E. Applied practice
The above knowledge and skills are integrated and consolidated in applied practice as demonstrated in a computer or data science project, and in some cases in an industry-based learning placement.
Making the application
Future students
Semester one (February)
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Semester two (July)
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Applications are strongly advised to complete the personal statement. This ensures all relevant information is considered in the selection process.
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer...
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
The average annual student contribution amount for 2024 is:
A$10,500
Note: see information on how fees are calculated.
Fee assistance
As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:
- pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
- defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2024 are:
A$38,900
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other fees
The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.